Trout in Trouble as Heat Wave Hits | Santa Fe News

New Mexico’s brutal heat wave is throwing a wrench in the trout fishing game, forcing wildlife officials to pause stocking in overheated, low-water spots—though July numbers are up overall. Cold-water fish like trout are struggling in the extreme conditions, so crews are holding or relocating fish to safer waters. While anglers feel the short-term sting, officials stress this tough call is about long-term sustainability: healthier populations now mean better fishing later. Rain’s coming—fingers crossed it revives the streams and gets trout back in the water soon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8fbefd94a59588b5